71 Sport Custom Swb...Coming together

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Re: 71 Sport Custom Swb...Coming together

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KnockKnock wrote:That engine bay is just beautiful! That truck is a gem, and I love that slick black paint. :thup:

A blue oval wing nut might top off that air cleaner nicely & tie in with the valve covers, and I'd call it "done".

http://www.cal-mustang.com/FORD-OVAL-AI ... 2C267.aspx

Some people think it's cheezy, but I like 'em :D

No matter, that's a great ride you get there!
Thanks! I'll look into it.
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Heirloom wrote: That is one of the air cleaners I am considering for my 400, how do you like it?
:yt: Really cool!
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You have a good looking truck. Great job!
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elgemcdlf wrote:You have a good looking truck. Great job!
Thanks man! I still gotta little ways to go, but she's coming together.
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Got the exhaust ran yesterday. Duel flowmaster 40's sound great.
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Ecellent choice! Did you go with teh 2.5'' & H-pipe?
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2.25 with an H-pipe. Was concerned about fitment on the passenger side so I went with 2.25. Still sounds great though.
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Making some progress on the interior.

Got the carpet in tonight
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Also ordered my upper body trim, so I'll post a pic once I get that installed.
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Installed the trim this weekend.
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Waiting on bumpers to come back from chrome and order taillight trim and the outside will be finished.
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She looks excellent!
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1970 F100 Sport Custom Limited LWB, 302cid, 3 on the tree. NO A/C, NO P/S, NO P/B. Currently in 1000 pcs while rebuilding. Project thread: http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=59995 Plan: 351w, C4, LSD, pwr front disc, p/s, a/c, bucket seats, new interior and paint.
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Thanks man! How's your truck coming?
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SAWEET!!! :thup: Man I am so jealous of everyone making progress on their rides. I seem to be waiting on something or someone all the time... :(

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I know what you mean Alstoyz. Most of my earlier pics in my build thread are over a year old. Plus, I'm still trying to get this thing finished. haha Just keep at it
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You have done an excellent job. The truck looks awesome. I have just bought a 71 F250 with a 460 BB so cant wait to get it on the road. Your pictures give lots of inspiration. Thanks Scott
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Hey cole have you thought about painting your tailgate 'FORD' lettering white? i think it looks gooood!
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